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Understanding The Six Month Waiting Period for Divorce in California

By |2021-04-24T15:34:52-07:00April 4th, 2021|Family Law, Divorce|

What is California's six month waiting period for divorce, and what does it mean for you? Oftentimes, this period is also referred to as the "cooling off" time for couples to determine if they'd like to reconcile. Additionally, it establishes the first day individuals may legally remarry. Read on to learn more about the six month waiting period in California divorce and how A People's Choice can help you.

Full Service California Divorce

By |2021-07-13T22:10:12-07:00April 1st, 2021|

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Jill Biden Gives Kelly Clarkson Advice on Divorce

By |2021-03-31T07:34:23-07:00March 29th, 2021|Divorce|

Jill Biden recently appeared on Kelly Clarkson’s show and gave some motherly advice on dealing with divorce as she reflected on her own experience as a divorcée. If you weren’t aware, the First Lady of the United States was actually married for five years before she got divorced and met President Joe Biden. She [...]

How to Obtain a Divorce Certificate in California

By |2022-01-21T11:32:56-08:00March 26th, 2021|Divorce|

Every divorce story is unique. Maybe you'd been married for a year, or perhaps your marriage lasted for several decades. Perhaps you have children, or maybe you only have pets. Maybe you’re heartbroken, or maybe you’re relieved—or perhaps you feel a bit of both. However you got here, you’ve now found yourself in a situation [...]

What Is a Contested Divorce in California?

By |2022-01-21T15:40:17-08:00March 11th, 2021|Divorce|

Divorce can be hard on everyone. In addition to the emotional stress, it involves figuring out child custody, alimony payments, child support payments, and the like. Most couples would prefer to keep things amicable, but plenty of factors can prevent you from remaining friendly with your soon-to-be-ex. Perhaps there was infidelity or some other form [...]

California Divorce

By |2023-03-16T09:19:52-07:00March 11th, 2021|

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How to Find Divorce Records in California

By |2021-12-16T17:41:03-08:00March 3rd, 2021|Divorce|

We’ve all heard of the statistic “50% of all marriages end in divorce.” It perfectly illustrates just how common divorce is in America. The good news is that that statistic is from the 80s, and things have gotten much better since then. Divorce rates for most age groups have dropped over the past 30 years, [...]

Quick and Easy Way on How to Get a Divorce in California

By |2021-09-22T09:46:20-07:00February 8th, 2021|Divorce, Family Law|

The decision to divorce can be a painful one, so many people want to finish the process as quickly as possible. However, there is a specific timeline couples must follow before official termination of their marriage. Hiring a legal document preparation assistant can help you get a judgment within 45 days and avoid further waiting time for incomplete or incorrect forms.

Helpful Ways on How to Start Your California Divorce Papers

By |2021-09-22T09:38:09-07:00February 7th, 2021|Divorce|

California law aims to make the divorce process simple and not to place unnecessary financial burdens on couples who wish to end their marriages. Unfortunately, the self-service websites of the court systems of many California counties office basic California divorce papers and are confusing, making it easy to get discouraged. They also do not tell you that, in California, it is possible to have a non-attorney legal document assistant professionally prepare your California  divorce papers for a lower price than what law firms charge.

Get a Cheap Divorce in California

By |2021-09-16T23:20:45-07:00February 5th, 2021|Divorce, Family Law|

Cheap California divorce options DO exist - they can just be a bit difficult to navigate! In this article, we explore the pros and cons of the top three most popular cheap divorce options in California and explain how you can avoid paying statutory attorney's fees for your divorce.

I cannot locate my spouse to serve divorce papers

By |2022-01-28T14:00:40-08:00February 3rd, 2021|, , |

In order to complete the California divorce process, the other party must be provided legal notice of the divorce proceedings. This can be done by 1) voluntary acceptance of the documents, 2) personal service of the documents, or 3) legal publication. Using Investigator in California Divorce To Locate Spouse If you have filed a California divorce, cannot [...]

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What document is considered my divorce decree?

By |2021-03-15T09:08:19-07:00February 2nd, 2021|, , |

When a California divorce Judgment has been entered, there are two important documents. Judgment (FL-180) Notice of Entry of Judgment (FL-190) The Judgment has the details of the division of assets, debts, child support, custody, visitation, etc. If the parties sign a Marital Settlement Agreement, that is typically attached to and is a part of [...]

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How soon can a Judgment of divorce be entered in California?

By |2021-03-15T09:08:35-07:00January 30th, 2021|, , |

Once you file the divorce petition and serve it on your spouse, the earliest effective date of termination of marital status will be six months and 1 day from the date your spouse was served the divorce papers. The actual Judgment can be entered prior to this termination date and can be submitted  to the [...]

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How Do I Get Everything In My California Divorce?

By |2022-01-21T15:40:27-08:00January 26th, 2021|Divorce|

Divorce is an emotional quagmire, and it’s the emotion that lays traps for the average person. You may have been greatly wronged or betrayed in some way, and therefore you may justifiably be angry. You know each other intimately, so you know where to strike to hurt the other person. Children may be involved, [...]

“Real Housewives” Star Erika Jayne and Tom Girardi: A Case Study in Divorce Asset Division

By |2022-01-21T11:36:47-08:00January 23rd, 2021|Divorce|

Erika Jayne, a star of Bravo’s The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, stunned her fans on November 3, 2020, by announcing the end of her 21-year marriage to attorney Tom Girardi, citing “irreconcilable differences.” Jayne made the announcement as news of a barrage of lawsuits filed against Girardi and his law firm, Girardi Keese, [...]

California Divorce

By |2021-03-17T14:02:23-07:00December 27th, 2020|

California Divorce - An Overview of the Divorce Process Learn everything you need to know about the California divorce process, including options on how to get an inexpensive uncontested California divorce without a lawyer. Read about the differences between a default and uncontested divorce, how to file an uncontested divorce, and  [...]